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Meet Lisa

Growing up with dyslexia, I intimately understand the challenges of being neurodiverse, personally I prefer to describe myself as ’Neuro Sparkly’. I faced social awkwardness that developed into crippling anxiety and self-doubt. Traditional methods provided little relief until my parents trained in hypnotherapy - the results were transformative. Not only did it help my social anxiety, but also pain management for endometriosis and migraines. This personal experience sparked a passion to understand the mind's vast potential and help others navigate their own obstacles.

During my career as a nurse where I was frequently complimented on my ability to create a safe, supportive environment for patients and that was possible due to me having the unique perspective of being both a patient and caregiver. This ‘inside view’ that allowed me to connect with empathy and understanding. However, due to significant health challenges, I had to make the difficult decision to leave nursing. I was grief stricken as I could no longer do what I loved.

Embracing my family's motto of turning ‘pain into purpose,’ (inspired by the amazing Viktor Frankl) I considered my options and decided that I could best use my experience by becoming a counsellor. As someone who is ‘neuro-spicy,’ or ‘neuro-sparkly’ I understood that I would be able to achieve this goal if I took a step-by-step approach, metaphorically ‘eating the elephant one bite at a time.’ This means that my reaching my educational goals hasn’t been linear but necessary for me to gain confidence and cement the knowledge so I can be the best counselor that I can be.

My approach isn't based solely on textbooks; it's informed by authentic, lived experiences. I know the feeling of being crippled by anxiety and overwhelmed by self-doubt. This allows me to create a genuine connection and empower clients to find their own healing path. Having transformed my struggles into growth, I'm passionate about helping others do the same.

If you're facing personal obstacles, chronic illness, disability, or any other challenge, I would be honored to support you. My therapeutic style integrates evidence based methods such as hypnotherapy and EMDR. There is one thing I can guarantee when you sit with me I will see beyond your label to you the individual and all the possibilities that go with that.

There are more than 30 private health insurance providers in Australia and of these a small number provide cover for hypnotherapy services.  Generally hypnotherapy comes under extras cover and a high level of insurance is required to make a claim. As of April 2022 GoAH members have been accredited for the following health funds:

  • HBF

  • CBH

  • HCF

  • HCI

  • Queensland Country Health Fund

  • St Lukes Health 

 All funds have different rules and requirements but there is generally an upper limit of around $200 which can be claimed in any one year. Clients are advised to check with their insurer as to whether their plan covers hypnotherapy.

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"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind"

0407210923

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